SESAME BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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"I love brussels sprouts," says Melanie DuLac of Worcester, Massachusetts. "Prepared this way, they're nicely seasoned and get a bit of crunch from sesame seeds."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

1/2 pound fresh brussels sprouts, halved
1-1/4 cups water, divided
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the brussels sprouts in 1 cup water and bouillon for 6-8 minutes or until tender; drain and keep warm. In the same pan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic and remaining water until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Add sprouts and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1008mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges